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Works great, but not what I wanted
Well, the grinder I wanted was a burr grinder, and this isn't one. I thought it was because it can grind to different levels or "coarse-ness", but that is because you just grind longer. I kept it anyway. Now the good:
The unit is very quiet as far as coffee grinders go; I do not have to worry about waking up the kids having my morning coffee. Also, it does not generate ANY static on the grounds, which is a real pain with other grinders.
I would have given it 5 stars, but I was a bit unhappy about the lack of info about the type if grinder that it is.
[Tuesday, January 06, 2009]
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Best thing next to a burr grinder
I've had this grinder going on 5 years and have never had a problem with it. Yes, you have to hold the button down, but its easily done while wrapping your hand around the whole unit. It gets fresh beans to a coarse grind in under 10 seconds. Another 10, and you're at espresso fine. The cup has measurement indicators on the side which are nice. I've used the espresso grind in one of the mass-market espresso machines pretty often, and its just fine for home use. I just started getting into french press makers, so I now also stop just before the coarse light comes on (about 8 seconds) for the right grind, and it works just great. I still may get a burr grinder, but only because I'm curious and getting into the press pot big time now. Highly recommend them.
People complain of this grinder making a mess. I'm not sure how. The whole machine is small enough with an ergonomic design for gripping, that I just turn it over and pour the grinds directly into the brewer's filter, or into a sealed container for later use. To make sure all the grinds comeout, I just smack the whole thing down on the counter two times, all of it loosens up, and out it comes. Been doing that for 4 years, and its held up just fine.
[Monday, December 29, 2008]
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Old faithful! No Mess!!
We've had the DeLonghi grinder for almost three years. It still works perfectly! We're especially pleased that it's a very clean grinder. Comes with a one year warranty although we never had to use it. Would definitely purchase again.
[Sunday, December 14, 2008]
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